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Ep 224: Shapes, Time, and Holism - by Julian Barbour
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Mathematics of Galaxy Formation
This chapter explores the intriguing process of generating galaxies through mathematical theorems and theories, highlighting the formation of complex structures from point particles under Newtonian gravity. The discussion includes gravitational dynamics, particle interactions, and the role of historical cosmologists in understanding cosmic background radiation and galaxy formation. Additionally, it emphasizes the complexity of Newtonian theory and introduces concepts like cosmological inflation and the nature of power spectra in our understanding of the universe.
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